Everything Everywhere Daily: History, Science, Geography & More

Gary Arndt
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Jul 11, 2021 • 12min

Global Temperature Extremes

Discover the fascinating world of global temperature extremes and the strict protocols behind recording them. Delve into the history of temperature data, starting from the 1800s, and uncover the controversies surrounding some of the most extreme temperatures on Earth. Explore scorching hot locations like Death Valley and frigid spots like Antarctica, and learn how these extremes are tied to climate discussions today. The verification process can take years, adding a layer of intrigue to these weather records!
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Jul 10, 2021 • 11min

Supernovas: They're a Blast

Supernovas are one of the universe's brightest explosions, fascinating both ancient peoples and modern astrophysicists. Explore their historical significance and how ancients recorded these rare events. Dive into the mechanics of Type 2 supernovas and key cases like the supernova of 1006. Discover the explosive life cycles of stars and their role in creating heavy elements essential for life. These cosmic marvels not only illuminate the universe but also enhance our understanding of its evolution.
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Jul 9, 2021 • 13min

Concorde: The Fastest Passenger Airplane in the World

Almost as soon as Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier in 1947, people began thinking of ways to transport passengers at supersonic speeds. However, the challenges in creating a passenger aircraft that could travel at supersonic speeds were much greater than making a fighter aircraft that could do the same. In 1976, a British/French consortium launched the inaugural flight of the most successful supersonic passenger aircraft in history. Learn more about the Concorde Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 8, 2021 • 10min

Jeanne Calment: The World's Oldest Person?

On August 4, 1997, Jeanne Calment passed away in Arles, France. At the time, it was reported that she was 122 years and 164 days old. No one else has ever been verified to have ever even lived to the age of 120. However, in the years since her passing, many people have begun to question her story. Not only might she not have been a supercentenarian, but she might not have even been a centenarian at all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 7, 2021 • 10min

Khalid Ibn al-Walid: The Sword of God

In the 7th century, the world saw the rise of one of the most important religious and political forces in history: Islam. Springing forth from the Arabian Peninsula, within a matter of months, the Islamic Caliphate had become one of the largest empires on Earth. Much of that growth was due to one man. He wasn’t a religious leader, and he wasn’t the head of the empire. He was one of the greatest military leaders in history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 6, 2021 • 10min

The Hagia Sophia (Encore)

The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey is one of the largest, oldest, and most significant buildings in the world. It has served as a holy place for three different religions and has been the focal point for two different empires. Almost, 1,500 years after its construction, it is still making headlines today. Learn more about the Hagia Sophia on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 5, 2021 • 11min

What Ever Happened to Amelia Earhart?

Amelia Earheart was a pioneer in the early days of aviation. She became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. She was the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California. In 1937, she set out on her greatest adventure ever. It would be the longest single flight in history and it would take her around the world. However, on July 2, 1937, she took off from Papua New Guinea and was never seen again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 4, 2021 • 14min

The District of Columbia

From the very founding of the United States, there was a debate that took place amongst the representatives from the 13 states. Where should be the capital of the new country be located? A compromise was eventually reached where the states of Maryland and Virginia would donate a total of 100 square miles of land along the Potomac River for the new Federal Capital. Learn more about Washington DC, its past, present, and possible future, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 3, 2021 • 13min

10 Ways You Can Know That the Earth is a Sphere

One of the saddest things in the modern world is that with all of our technology, and with all of the information in the world at our fingertips, there are more people today who think the Earth is flat than there were 20 years ago. While most people don’t subscribe to this, thankfully, most people have never really given the idea much thought. They know the Earth is round, but they can’t really articulate why. Thankfully, I’m here to help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 2, 2021 • 9min

Prester John

In the middle ages, a legend persisted among Europeans that there was a Christian ruler in Asia, or Africa, who would come to join with European Christians to help fight Moslems. The only problem was, the distant Christian ruler didn’t exist. Yet, while the ruler was a fable, the story was actually based on some facts. Learn more about the legendary Prester John, and how Europeans pinned their hopes on him, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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